(Events - Annual Events)
various locations, Minneapolis

Description: Initiated in 1940, the Aquatennial is a ten-day celebration of summer that takes place the third week of July. As might be expected in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, many events are water-related. Activities and competitions feature boating, swimming, diving, sand castle-building, and milk carton boat racing. Don't miss the charming flotilla of 20,000 rubber ducks. Land lovers enjoy tennis, golf, and volleyball events. Hallmarks of the celebration include a huge fireworks display, a street dance, and a beauty contest to select the Queen of the Lakes.

Hours: Fri, Jul 17, 2009 Sat, Jul 18, 2009 Sun, Jul 19, 2009 Mon, Jul 20, 2009 Tue, Jul 21, 2009 Wed, Jul 22, 2009 Thu, Jul 23, 2009 Fri, Jul 24, 2009 Sat, Jul 25, 2009 Sun, Jul 26, 2009